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BackTable / Urology / Podcast / Episode #156

Comedy, Cancer & Courage: Navigating a Testis Cancer Diagnosis

with Comedian Nimesh Patel

Disclaimer: This podcast episode contains occasional profanity. While we strive to maintain a respectful and professional tone in our content, there may be instances where language is used to emphasize points or express strong emotions. Listener discretion is advised.

This week on BackTable Urology, Dr. Ruchika Talwar interviews Emmy nominated writer and comedian, Nimesh Patel, about his personal experience with testicular cancer.

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Nimesh Patel discusses Comedy, Cancer & Courage: Navigating a Testis Cancer Diagnosis on the BackTable 156 Podcast

Nimesh Patel

Dr. Nimesh Patel is an Emmy nominated writer, comedian, and fashion model in New York.

Dr. Ruchika Talwar discusses Comedy, Cancer & Courage: Navigating a Testis Cancer Diagnosis on the BackTable 156 Podcast

Dr. Ruchika Talwar

Dr. Ruchika Talwar is a urologic oncologist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee.

Synopsis

Sharing about his diagnosis, treatment, and recovery, Nimesh describes how he processed his cancer and used it as a source of comedic material for his 2023 comedy special, “Lucky Lefty”. His story has contributed to testicular cancer awareness by encouraging men to do self-checks and seek medical attention. Nimesh also underlines the importance of swift medical attention, open communication with medical professionals, and finding a healthy outlet for processing the fear and stress that can accompany a cancer diagnosis. Finally, he emphasizes the importance of the patient-physician relationship, as his anxiety about his diagnosis was eased his physician’s calm demeanor and reassurance.

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction
02:06 - The Testicular Cancer Diagnosis and Personal Reflections
11:39 - Sharing His Cancer Journey through Comedy
19:56 - Advice for Physicians and Physicians
25:11 - Advice for Men Facing Testicular Cancer
27:36 - The Importance of Not Making Cancer Your Personality

Resources

Nimesh Patel’s “Lucky Lefty” Comedy Special
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A2Rdh82XGrY

Episode 91- When Providers Become Patients: Testicular Cancer and Beyond with Dr. William Flanary aka. Dr. Glaucomflecken
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4JSXDRJ8BwzFhBBpCymCU3?si=8c58881f9b274cd0

It Takes Balls Podcast
https://www.testicularcancerawarenessfoundation.org/it-takes-balls

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